British Virgin Islands vs US Virgin Islands

You want to visit the Virgin Islands but you aren't sure where to go between BVI and USVI. How do you decide. Read about the differences to help you decide/

First, if you are an American citizen, visiting USVI is easier; likely the same goes for British citizens traveling to BVI. And the two differ in characteristics in relation to travelers.

USVI islands, except for St. John, offer more commercial benefits. But with that comes more hustle-and-bustle. BVI islands are relatively more calm. There are far fewer deluxe hotels on BVI islands, most of those being on Virgin Gorda. For USVI islands, only St. John matches the tranquility of BVI where it protected by the US Forest Service. You could always travel between the islands to experience all their vibes.

If you are wanting to travel between islands, just know that there are only frequent ferry connections between St. Thomas and St. John. To visit other islands a private boat or an airplane flight are often required for now. So if you plan on traveling between islands, don't plan on a ferry.